dog advice
I am passionate about dog advice & making life better for every dog I encounter. I am forever gathering information for my own use in the day-to-day running of a house full of dogs, so I blog a lot of what I find. I also blog when I need to rant about something that needs to be ranted about. I hope you enjoy my blog. I’ve blogged about topics ranging from dietary info to grooming to behavioural issues. If what you are looking for isn’t on the blog, please contact me at grace@rrruffhouse.com and I will see what I can do.
Ask Me How I Feel About “Flexi” Leashes
Ahhhhhhhhhh, retractable leashes... a hot topic that inspired me to write down some brief thoughts...As most people who know me know, I HATE flexi-leashes. This might be the one dog training tool that I absolutely cannot find ANY value in; (even silly ones usually...
Before You Adopt a Dog
With the overpopulation in shelters around the country and the high numbers of euthanization (4.5 million pets a year), adopting a dog is one of the best things you can do to help this problem. But, before you go out and adopt a dog, there are some important steps you...
Fear of Nail Cutting
Swimming, particularly in warm water, can help your dog relax and also drain her energy. If you have a small dog, you don't even need a pool. You can use a small tub of water. Simply hold the dog by the sides and let her paddle. If your dog is uncertain about the...
Why Do Dogs Chew Their Nails?
Nail chewing and biting is not standard dog behavior and could be a cause for concern, according to Dr. Page Wages at the Oberlin Animal Hospital. Boredom, anxiety, poor grooming, allergies and infections are common causes for the chewing habit, and should be...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"The only thing that interferes with my learning is my education."
GUINESS VS AHSLEIGH
This is my friends dog Guiness, he is a mastiff who makes me laugh on a daily basis and I just had to share!! [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMnH7SMc8_Y&w=420&h=315]
How to Socialize a Dog
Whether he's a puppy or perhaps a rescue that needs some TLC, the process by which your dog becomes accustomed to animals, people and other situations without become fearful or aggressive is what's called socializing your dog. Here are a few tips to make the process a...
How Can You Tell When Dogs are Playing or Fighting?
Common dog-park scenario number 1: people watch while two dogs play. Suddenly, the dogs are snapping and snarling at each other. The dispute ends quickly and nobody gets hurt, but the humans are shaken. None of them saw that canine argument coming. Common dog-park...
How to Train a Rescue Dog
Many people say rescue dogs make the best companions because they are grateful. That may or may not be true but rescue dogs certainly deserve a wonderful home and some training. Some have issues but usually it is easier to train a rescue dog than it is to train a...
Dog VS the bag
This is a mastiff named Guiness, he would say that he is a great protector of all things and takes great pride in keeping his house safe from intruders and all thing dangerous. Guiness weighs over 150 lbs and is a great source of comfort for his owner Ashleigh when...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Sometimes one pays most for the things one gets for nothing."
Home Remedies for Cherry Eye in Dogs
Cherry eye in dogs is a disfiguring, but not painful, condition in which the third eyelid containing a tear gland has prolapsed causing a red bulge in the corner of the eye. For most dogs, cherry eye is only unsightly and not life-threatening. However, many owners...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"I never think of the future. It comes soon enough."
Unsafe Toys for Dogs
Dogs will chew on just about anything, especially when they are puppies. With that in mind, even some dog toys found at your local pet store may be unsafe your pet. While you can do your best to avoid unsafe toys, supervision is really the key to keeping your pet...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
The best style is the style you don’t notice.
GOOD BYE TO MISS ABBY ROSE
Well I don't know where to start, we started boot camp ten days ago with a very unbalanced Abby Rose. I have to tell you what a good news, bad news situation this was for me, Abby is just over 5 months old and I can honestly say that I haven't in a very long time seen...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"The secret to creativity is knowing how to hide your sources."
House Plants That Are Toxic to Dogs
House plants that add natural fragrance and color to the home may pose a health risk to the family pet. Before adding new greenery to your home, check the plant's label for toxicity warnings. If your pet accidentally ingests leaves, stems or flowering portions of a...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character."
Toxic Foods and Your Dog
The kitchen can be a virtual playground for your dog's nose and taste buds. Most dogs love food and especially yearn for "people food". Dog experts have discouraged the feeding of table scraps to dogs for years because of the potentials for toxicity, obesity and...
QUOTE OF THE DAY
The scariest moment is always just before you start.
Who is Grace?
Hi there. I’m Grace. I am a very hard working, compassionate and strong willed woman who loves a challenge and never backs down from a hard days work, which is a good mix for working with dogs that are having trouble getting along in the world with us humans! The greatest reward I get in life is when someone tells me I saved the life of their dog so they didn’t have to give it up! I love nothing more then showing people how to be a leader in their own world and all aspects of life! I am a leader, and walk my own path in life and I’ll go where ever it takes me! CLICK TO READ MORE...